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title: "Finding Balance in a Busy Schedule"
description: "Umut Güden discusses the importance of physical activity and mental well-being in his daily life."
date: 2026-04-05T00:00:00.000Z
category: Startup
readingTime: "1 min read"
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As I begin to write this blog post, I am feeling invigorated after an early morning run along the Istanbul Bosphorus. I managed to complete a 10 km run in approximately 90 minutes, which I consider to be an exceptional time. Although I may not be the next Usain Bolt, I am pleased with my performance. 

I have a multitude of academic responsibilities, software projects, and events that I need to attend to, but I always prioritize my running activity. I believe that the most important aspect of life is taking care of one's physical and mental health. While it is possible to recover from mental fatigue, it requires effort and dedication to maintain physical well-being. 

To achieve this balance, I engage in various sports and activities such as tennis, Padel, running, swimming, and visiting the gym for cardio exercises. I genuinely enjoy these activities and do not view them as mere obligations. On the contrary, they bring me a sense of fulfilment and happiness. 

In this blog post, I wanted to share my passion for physical activity and its significance in my daily life. By prioritising my well-being, I am able to manage my busy schedule more effectively and maintain a healthy work-life balance. The team at HMD Developments and I are committed to our responsibilities, but we also recognise the importance of taking care of our physical and mental health.